AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Processor U302L Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear hierarchy between these two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 sits in the 79th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel Processor U302L lands in the 50th percentile. The AMD part delivers a substantial performance advantage across the benchmarks that have been measured, despite the Intel chip holding a higher launch MSRP of $285. The Ryzen AI 7 445 is the processor for workloads that demand heavy multithreading and single-core responsiveness, while the Intel Processor U302L is suited for scenarios where lower power consumption at 15 W TDP and a smaller physical footprint matter more than raw throughput. The AMD chip uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while Intel uses a 10 nm Intel process, which partially explains the efficiency and performance gap. Users who prioritize CPU-bound tasks such as rendering, compression, and encryption workloads should select the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 without hesitation. Users who require a dual-channel memory platform that supports DDR4 or DDR5 with a 10 MB shared L3 cache and a much lower base clock of 1.20 GHz might consider the Intel part, but the performance data does not favor it in any measured category.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Processor U302L has 5 cores and 6 threads. This means the AMD chip offers one additional core and twice the thread count of the Intel part.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel Processor U302L has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 2.40 GHz. The AMD chip boosts nearly twice as high as the Intel part.

Q: How do their cache configurations compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Processor U302L has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 10 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel has a larger L3 cache, while AMD has a smaller L2 per core.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor U302L does not. This makes the AMD chip more suitable for error-sensitive computing environments.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel Processor U302L has a TDP of 15 W. The Intel chip is rated for lower power consumption by 13 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has an average benchmark score of 26936, while the Intel Processor U302L has an average benchmark score of 0 in the database. The Intel chip has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, making direct comparison impossible on that metric.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Gorgon Point, while the Intel Processor U302L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-PS. The AMD chip belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel chip belongs to the Intel Processor generation built on Raptor Lake. The process nodes differ significantly: AMD uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry. This process advantage contributes to the AMD chip's ability to reach a 4.60 GHz boost clock while maintaining a 28 W TDP.

The core configurations differ in structure. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core. Intel provides 5 cores and 6 threads, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and a larger 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache situation is reversed: AMD has a smaller 4 MB L3 cache, while Intel has a larger 10 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD chip has a higher boost clock by 2.20 GHz, which likely contributes to its single-core performance advantage.

Memory architecture differs as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus, with a measured memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Processor U302L supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, but the database does not record a memory bandwidth figure for it. The AMD chip supports ECC memory, while the Intel chip does not. PCIe lane counts differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU-only lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 CPU-only lanes. Integrated graphics differ too: AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 80EU. The AMD chip also uses a different socket, AMD Socket FP8, compared to Intel Socket 1700 for the Intel part.

Specification Differences

The primary specification differences between the two processors are substantial. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Processor U302L has 5 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks differ: 2.00 GHz for AMD versus 1.20 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks differ even more: 4.60 GHz for AMD versus 2.40 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings differ by 13 W: 28 W for AMD versus 15 W for Intel. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The process node differs: 4 nm TSMC for AMD versus 10 nm Intel for Intel.

L2 cache per core is 1 MB for AMD and 1.25 MB for Intel, while L3 cache is 4 MB for AMD and 10 MB shared for Intel. Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD chip records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel chip has no recorded memory bandwidth. ECC support is present on AMD but absent on Intel. PCIe lanes differ: 14 lanes for AMD versus 8 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 840M on AMD versus UHD Graphics 80EU on Intel. Release dates differ: AMD launched on 2026-01-04, while Intel launched on 2024-04-07. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $285, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The AMD chip has a part number of 100-000001935, while the Intel chip has a part number of SRPKGQ5CX. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 and the Intel Processor U302L. However, the AMD chip has a full set of recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel chip has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This means the Intel Processor U302L cannot be compared on any measured workload in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, by contrast, shows strong results across multiple tests.

The AMD chip scores 1723 in Cinebench R15 multicore and 254 in Cinebench R15 singlecore. In Cinebench R23, it scores 10590 multicore and 1806 singlecore. These results place the chip in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. PassMark results further detail its capabilities: 215812 in data compression, 10519 in data encryption, 15826 in extended instructions, 56 in find prime numbers, 39362 in floating point math, 58332 in integer math, 18115 in multithread, 976 in physics, 23488 in random string sorting, and 3591 in single thread.

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for the AMD chip's standing. The Intel Core i7-1370P has an average score of 26900 with a delta of 0.1 percent, making it essentially a statistical tie with the AMD chip's 26936 average. The AMD Ryzen 5 7545U has an average score of 26849 with a delta of 0.3 percent. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700G has an average score of 27051 with a delta of negative 0.4 percent, meaning it is slightly ahead. The Intel Core i9-9900K has an average score of 27097 with a delta of negative 0.6 percent, also slightly ahead. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 sits within a narrow band of these rivals, none of which deviate by more than 0.6 percent. This indicates the AMD part performs on par with several established desktop and mobile processors from previous generations.

The Intel Processor U302L has no benchmark entries, no average score, and no nearest rivals recorded. Its percentile rank of 50 places it at the median of the database, but without measured scores, the performance gap to the AMD chip cannot be quantified in any specific workload.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins in every category where data exists. Its 6 cores and 12 threads provide a clear multithreading advantage over the Intel Processor U302L's 5 cores and 6 threads. The 4.60 GHz boost clock versus 2.40 GHz gives AMD a significant single-core edge. The AMD chip's 79th percentile ranking versus the Intel chip's 50th percentile further confirms its position in the database. The AMD chip also wins on memory bandwidth with a recorded 89.6 GB/s, while Intel has no recorded figure. The AMD chip supports ECC memory, which the Intel chip does not. The AMD chip provides more PCIe lanes at 14 versus 8. The AMD chip uses a more advanced 4 nm TSMC process compared to Intel's 10 nm process.

The Intel Processor U302L wins on power efficiency, with a 15 W TDP compared to the AMD chip's 28 W TDP. This makes the Intel part more suitable for thermally constrained chassis designs. The Intel chip has a larger L3 cache at 10 MB shared versus 4 MB on AMD, which may help in workloads that fit within that cache. The Intel chip supports DDR4 memory in addition to DDR5, offering platform flexibility for systems with older memory. The Intel chip has a higher L2 cache per core at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB on AMD. The Intel chip launched earlier on 2024-04-07 compared to AMD's 2026-01-04 release date. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $285, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700, which may be more common in existing platforms, while the AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8.

The data supports the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 for users who need maximum CPU throughput in a mobile platform. The Intel Processor U302L serves a narrower role: lower TDP operation, DDR4 compatibility, and a larger shared L3 cache. For any measured performance metric, the AMD chip is the stronger choice. For power-sensitive designs, the Intel chip offers a 13 W TDP advantage.